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Popular places to visit

Peace Pagoda

Peace Pagoda

Find out about the history of San Francisco when you take a trip to Peace Pagoda. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.

Peace Pagoda
Golden Gate Park featuring a garden and flowers

Golden Gate Park

This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

Golden Gate Park
Pier 39 featuring street scenes, a city and signage

Pier 39

This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.

Pier 39
Golden Gate Bridge featuring a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, night scenes and general coastal views

Golden Gate Bridge

Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.

Golden Gate Bridge
Oracle Park

Oracle Park

Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

Oracle Park
Moscone Convention Center

Moscone Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Moscone Convention Center

Things to do

Golden Gate Bridge at night

San Francisco Night Tour

฿1,720
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Night Tour
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

฿4,512
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

฿1,233
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
San Francisco GoCar Tour

GoCar San Francisco Tour

฿3,213
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
GoCar San Francisco Tour
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

฿909
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise

San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise

฿4,382
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise
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Top hotels in Japantown

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1625 Post St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿6,320 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,320
฿8,688 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay in a great location! The 24-hour coffee machine was an added benefit."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿3,667 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,667
฿5,651 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,706 reviews)
"Excellent location, easily walkable to all the places we wanted to visit. Felt safe and easy parking. We were concerned our car may have been over height, there is a 6ft limit but we got in fine. However you can also use the parking in the hotel opposite which has a greater height allowance. Staff ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿5,221 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿5,221
฿7,668 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,816 reviews)
"This hotel is very very quiet. I did not hear the neighbors at all. The room was very large with a stunning view on the 17th floor. I stayed over the weekend when the prices were very reasonable, less than $200 a night. The price almost doubled during the week. I discovered this when my flight was ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿3,994 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,994
฿4,701 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,452 reviews)
"The only downside was the location of our room, which was on the 7th floor, just above and facing the pool. The pool area lights stayed on and were very bright at night, so we had to cover the windows before sleeping, which wasn’t ideal. We also felt that our privacy was somewhat limited. Aside from ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,273 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,273
฿3,722 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,070 reviews)
In helping me
"The front decks were being very overwhelming very thankful to able to help me find the tours that I need sent their locations where I can apply to get other tours and see the scenic used and they were very helpful for me"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿5,221 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿5,221
฿6,145 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,640 reviews)
"It is a beautiful historic location. Pleasantly different from modern hotels, but with all the modern amenities expected in a upscale hotel. The staff was very accommodating and pleasant to work with."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Japantown

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Western Addition

4/5(24 area reviews)

Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Western Addition
Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Pacific Heights
Cow Hollow featuring signage and street scenes

Cow Hollow

3.5/5(9 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cow Hollow
Civic Center

Civic Center

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Civic Center. Top attractions like Asian Art Museum of San Francisco and Civic Center Plaza are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Van Ness Station or Market St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Civic Center
Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
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Downtown San Francisco

3/5(52 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown San Francisco

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